Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

However greatly we distrust the sincerity of those we converse with, yet still we think they tell more truth to us than to anyone else.

However greatly we distrust the sincerity of those we conver

Summary

This quote suggests that even though we often have doubts about the honesty of others, we still believe that they are more likely to be truthful with us compared to other people. It highlights the paradoxical nature of trust and skepticism in human interactions. Despite our suspicions, we tend to maintain a certain level of faith in the transparency of individuals when communicating with us, possibly due to our personal connection or emotional bond with them.

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